Bill > A01235

This bill establishes a comprehensive Alzheimer's disease outreach and education program through the state office, in consultation with the health commissioner, designed to improve awareness, identification, and support for individuals with Alzheimer's and related dementia. The program aims to promote earlier detection of dementia in healthcare settings, provide information about community support services like caregiver groups and respite care, and increase public awareness of dementia-related resources. Key program elements include developing educational materials in various media formats, creating training curricula for healthcare and higher education professionals, producing public service announcements, and establishing toll-free information hotlines. The program will ensure materials are culturally and linguistically appropriate, consult with healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and patient organizations, and be made available to the public, often free of charge. The director is authorized to accept grants, coordinate with other public and private programs, appoint advisory councils, and create necessary regulations to implement the initiative. The program's overarching goal is to support medical and non-medical professionals, caregivers, and individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease through comprehensive, accessible information and resources.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1235